subscription TV

noun

Definition of SUBSCRIPTION TV

: pay-TV that broadcasts programs directly over the air to customers provided with a special receiver —called also subscription television — compare pay-cable, pay-tv

First Known Use of SUBSCRIPTION TV

1953

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